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Shakar, India

Punjab · India

Shakar is a small town in Punjab, India with a population of 4,001. Elevation: 801 ft (244 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,001 Population 33/sq mi density
801 ft Elevation 244 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
28.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 7.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$20,000 home value, $45/mo rent

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About Shakar

Shakargarh is a tehsil located in Narowal District, Punjab, Pakistan. Shakargarh was the only one of the four tehsils of Gurdaspur district which was included in Pakistan at the time of the independence in 1947.

People

Population4,001
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density33/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,650
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty9.5%

Housing

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Home Value$20,000
Rent$45
Housing Units1,600
Rent Burden26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Population4,001
Population Density33 / sq mi
Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Coordinates31.9720°, 75.0638°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvincePunjab
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation28.8 inches (731 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age30.0 years

About Shakar

Shakar is a small town in India (Punjab) with a population of 4,001. The city sits at an elevation of 801 feet (244 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Shakar has a population of 4,001 with a density of 33 people per square mile, spread across 122.0 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,001
Total Population
33
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
122.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Shakar vs India Average

The median household income in Shakar is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $51, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 72 business establishments.

Income: Shakar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,650
Avg Weekly Wage$51

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above India avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below India avg
Establishments (County)72

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Shakar is $20,000, 93% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $45 (96% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,600 total housing units in the city. 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$20,000
93% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$45
96% below India avg
Rent Burden26.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,600

Property Tax

Shakar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 284 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 801 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above India avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Area122.0 sq mi (315.9 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates31.9720°N, 75.0638°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.8"
24% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.39"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

70 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 20, 2025.

May 1, 2013 16 km ENE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.7 142 km
Oct 19, 2000 14 km SW of Khangah Dogran, Pakistan M4.9 147 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 134 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 110 km
Oct 14, 2001 5 km W of Chamba, India M4.8 115 km
Apr 14, 2005 21 km E of Chamba, India M4.8 139 km
Jul 4, 2005 25 km NE of Chamba, India M4.8 144 km
May 14, 2013 13 km N of Bhadarw?h, India M4.7 140 km
May 14, 2013 11 km N of Bhadarw?h, India M4.7 138 km
Jun 30, 2020 21 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M4.7 149 km
Nov 29, 1999 2 km ESE of Doda, India M4.7 139 km
Jun 13, 2023 22 km ENE of Bhadarwāh, India M4.6 145 km
Oct 2, 2012 26 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.6 144 km
Sep 6, 1992 Himachal Pradesh, India M4.6 131 km
Jul 2, 2020 21 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.6 141 km
May 1, 2013 4 km ENE of Bhadarw?h, India M4.6 132 km
May 13, 2022 20 km NNE of Chamba, India M4.6 138 km
Oct 3, 2002 Pakistan M4.6 132 km
Oct 17, 1998 11 km N of P?lampur, India M4.5 142 km
Sep 5, 2013 14 km NE of Batoti, India M4.5 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
May 87°F (31°C) 0.6 in
June 90°F (32°C) 2.0 in Warmest
July 86°F (30°C) 8.4 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 8.2 in
September 82°F (28°C) 3.6 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
December 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in

Shakar has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 52°F in January to 90°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and November the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Shakar

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
desi world radio (USA) (US) - MP3
Desi World Radio - MP3

Farmers Markets in Shakar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bhai Ajita Ji Bazar
Grain Market

Airports Near Shakar

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Allama Iqbal International AirportLHELarge Airport
Sialkot International AirportSKTLarge Airport
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International AirportATQLarge Airport
Jammu AirportIXJMedium Airport
Pathankot AirportIXPMedium Airport
Adampur AirportAIPSmall Airport
Beas Airport-Small Airport
Sialkot Cantonment Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shakar

What is the population of Shakar?

Shakar has a population of 4,001 residents and is located in India. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 122.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Shakar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $20,000 (93% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $45 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Shakar?

Shakar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches.

How is the job market in Shakar?

The unemployment rate in Shakar is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $51. There are 72 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Shakar?

The median home value in Shakar is $20,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $45.

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